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THIS SUNDAY AT
GENEVA VIRTUAL CHURCH
August 16, 2020
10:30am EST - Virtual Church
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11931 Seven Locks Road,
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 424-4346
Rev. Patrick McElwaine, Pastor
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Due to COVID-19, All our in-person events are postponed until further notice. We are taking every precaution and following the CDC and State guidelines to keep everyone safe. Thank you for understanding and helping us during this time. |
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Dear friends,
I am especially excited about Geneva's new reading group that is meeting via Zoom for the first time this Friday @ 7:00pm. I hope you will make it a point to add your heart and voice to the conversation. Whether or not you have RSVP'd you are welcome to join at any time! We will be studying our first book for four weeks, so it's not a long time commitment if that's a concern.
A great book, engaging material, and a prophetic word for our times -- check below in this email for the Zoom link!
During worship this Sunday @ 10:30 we will skip to the end of Joseph's story that we started last week. Joseph has a choice to make: given his 11 brothers' betrayal, how will he respond now that he is in a position of power? Will he choose revenge or forgiveness? Opposition or unity? Find out what happens and why it matters for our lives today when we gather in our Virtual Sanctuary this Sunday -- can't wait to see you there!
Yours in Christ,
Pastor Patrick
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New Race and Justice Reading Group
Thank you all who signed up for our book club! We will be meeting on Fridays at 7pm starting August 14th for 4 weeks (8/14, 8/21, 8/28, and 9/4). If you would like Geneva to provide a copy of Howard Thurman's "Jesus and the Disinherited, please email Pastor Patrick. We will discuss the introduction and the first chapter at our first meeting - so bring your comments, questions, concerns, and reflections!
Here is the Zoom link (we will use the same for all 4 sessions):
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 868 3673 6223
Passcode: 12345
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Let's Help Our Neighbors At Scotland AME Zion Church!
In July 2019 Scotland AME Zion Chuch on Seven Locks Rd. sustained significant storm damage that has prevented them from worshipping in their building ever since. This historically black church faces costly and extensive repairs before they can return to the church home where they have worshipped since 1915.
After a period of reflection and planning, Scotland AME is now asking their community for help with rebuilding. Geneva Presbyterian Church's Mission Committee has made a $500 donation on behalf of our church family. If you would like to consider making a donation personally, please follow the link to Scotland AME's official webpage below:
This page will provide information on how to give via their secure GoFundMe website and how the campaign is progressing so far. Thank you for your generous stewardship at Geneva Presbyterian Church -- it has enabled us to show our tangible support for our neighbors in Christ during this challenging time for their congregation.
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Online Giving with the GivePlus (Give+) App
You can now support God's ministry through Geneva Presbyterian Church with your smartphone, tablet, or computer! Search for and download "GivePlus" (Give+) from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store to get started.
You'll create an account, choose Geneva Presbyterian Church (in Potomac) as your home church, and then you're ready to give in a secure and convenient way!
Here are two resources to help you get set up:
YouTube Video with Instructions
GivePlus Website with a FAQ and "How To"
I'm excited to expand our opportunities to give and invite you to explore if Online Giving is the right choice for you. No matter how you choose to give, thank you for your financial generosity -- your support is sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ and transforming lives every day.
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Did you know that Geneva Virtual Church videos are recorded and online? Missed a service? Want to share with a friend?
A full recording of worship is just a click away!
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VIRTUAL CHURCH - SUNDAYS @ 10:30AM EST |
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Bookmark the link below and join us every Sunday at 10:30am EST for our Virtual Church Service. Invite your friends and family, Everyone is welcome!
Please click HERE to download or view this Sunday's bulletin!
Join Zoom Meeting:
Meeting ID: 668 560 374
Password: 240543
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VIRTUAL BIBLE STUDY - WEDNESDAYS @ 7:00PM EST |
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Join us every Wednesday at 7:00pm as we continue our Virtual Bible study! Everyone is welcome!
If you want to know what we'll be studying, you can check it out here:
Meeting ID: 273 879 363
Password: 978348
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Need help joining Virtual Church?
Zoom Call Instructions BELOW!
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Here are instructional videos on how to download and use Zoom. Click the corresponding link for the type of device you're using:
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Rev. Patrick McElwaine is originally from Roanoke, VA, where he was raised in the loving and supportive congregation of Second Presbyterian Church. He is a graduate of Roanoke College in Salem, VA where he earned a B.A. in English with a concentration in Communications. Patrick was conferred the Master of Divinity degree from Union Presbyterian Seminary in Richmond, VA. Patrick has worked with youth groups at Second Presbyterian Church of Roanoke, VA, First Presbyterian Church of Asheville, NC, and Second Presbyterian Church of Richmond, VA, where he completed his parish internship. His passion for pastoral care was reinforced by a Clinical Pastoral Education internship at Virginia Commonwealth University Hospital. Patrick is married to Allyson and they have two children, Malachi and Bridget. In his free time, he enjoys being with family, reading, listening to music, and exploring – new places, new food, and the great outdoors.
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If you are unable to access any of the above links, please contact Veronica at Geneva
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